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Published : 28 Sep 2025, 12:46 PM
Chief Advisor Muhammad Yunus has called on Bangladeshi expatriates to take part in rebuilding the nation, urging them to play a direct role in shaping the country’s future.
“Bangladeshi expats can play a vital role in advancing the changes brought about by the July Uprising by contributing in their respective capacities,” he said.
“It is very easy to speak from the gallery, but we want you to join us on the field and play together.”
Yunus made the remarks at an event titled "NRB Connect Day: Empowering Global Bangladeshis", held in New York on Saturday, according to state-run news agency Bangladesh Sangbad Sangstha.
The gathering was attended by visiting Bangladeshi politicians and others who accompanied the chief adviser to the 80th United Nations General Assembly.
Expressing gratitude to everyone present, Yunus said their participation strengthened his delegation.
“We had always planned to involve you and find ways to ensure your engagement. Seeing you all here gives us the confidence to return home with renewed determination,” he said.
“My confidence rose even higher when I saw political leaders agreeing to join us on this visit.”
The programme opened with a presentation by Chowdhury Ashik Mahmud Bin Harun, executive chairman of the Bangladesh Investment Development Authority(BIDA).
He highlighted economic progress since the July Uprising, noting that remittances had grown by more than 21 percent during the past 15 months.
He also expressed appreciation to expatriates for their contributions.
An interactive panel discussion titled “Bridging Borders: Current Affairs and Diaspora Engagement” followed, moderated by Lutfey Siddiqi, the chief adviser’s special envoy.
BNP Secretary General Mirza Fakhrul Islam Alamgir, Jamaat-e-Islami deputy chief Syed Abdullah Mohammad Taher and NCP Member Secretary Akter Hossen also spoke, delivering emotional remarks on the political outlook after the July Uprising.
Another panel discussion, “Shaping Tomorrow: The Future of Bangladesh”, was moderated by National Security Adviser Khalilur Rahman. The session featured NCP leader Tasnim Jara, BNP leader Humayun Kabir and Jamaat leader Nakibur Rahman as panellists.
At the event, Yunus inaugurated a mobile application called Shubheccha, which aims to provide expatriates with access to essential services, guidance and investment opportunities.
